Nuclear I&C Regulatory Compliance and Licensing Leader, North America

DESIGN & ENGINEERING --> ENGINEERING, LEADERSHIP

I&C Integration, Licensing & Engineering Excellence

Location: Remote/Hybrid (Preferred Base: PA, MA, MD, DC, VA)
Reports To: VP, Instrumentation & Controls (I&C)

About the Role

Framatome North America is leading the modernization of the U.S. nuclear operating fleet for safe, reliable, and extended operation into the next century.

We are seeking a proven and visionary leader in I&C Integration, Licensing & Engineering Excellence to drive the deployment of cutting-edge digital technologies across both safety and non-safety systems.

At the heart of Framatome's I&C modernization mission, this role integrates engineering, plant licensing, and digital transformation to deliver smarter, safer, and more connected nuclear systems. You'll lead a multidisciplinary team and collaborate closely with global engineering experts, U.S. utilities, and the NRC turning regulatory and technical complexity into competitive advantage.

What Makes This Role Unique

This is a rare opportunity to build and scale a U.S. center of excellence for digital I&C modernization combining licensing, integration, and systems engineering and digital transformation leadership to accelerate modernization across the operating fleet. You'll shape regulatory pathways, grow technical talent, and establish frameworks that enable modernization at scale.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Strategy

• Build, lead, and inspire a multidisciplinary team across licensing, requirements management, configuration management, and systems engineering.
• Develop and execute a unified I&C modernization and licensing strategy for both new digital platforms and legacy upgrades.
• Collaborate with Framatome's global engineering and digital transformation teams to deploy automation and data intelligence tools
• Represent Framatome in industry forums, regulatory discussions, and customer engagements.
• Track and anticipate regulatory and industry trends, advising leadership on impacts and opportunities.

Licensing & Regulatory Excellence

• Serve as the primary interface with the NRC, DOE, and other regulatory bodies.
• Develop risk-informed, scalable licensing strategies to streamline modernization efforts.
• Build a licensing roadmap that supports fleet-wide standardization and repeatable deployment.
• Engage proactively with stakeholders to reduce licensing timelines and enhance predictability.

Integration & Engineering Execution

• Lead systems engineering, requirements management, and configuration management for modernization projects.
• Develop and oversee plant integration and cut-in strategies that ensure safe, efficient deployment.
• Advance knowledge management, engineering training, and process excellence to strengthen technical capability.
• Champion a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement across all engineering activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in engineering, Nuclear Science, or a related technical field.
• 12+ years of experience in nuclear I&C modernization, licensing, or systems engineering.
• Proven track record licensing I&C platforms (RPS, FPGA, DCS) and working directly with the NRC.
• Deep understanding of U.S. nuclear utilities, DOE guidance, and NRC regulatory frameworks.
• Demonstrated success leading cross-functional teams in highly regulated, technical environments.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Passion for innovation, inclusion, and shaping the future of nuclear clean energy.
• Strong knowledge of US nuclear utility stakeholders and regulatory expectations

Your Total Rewards Package

The range of base salary for the position is between $146,000 - $206,000, and may also include annual incentives, performance bonuses and benefits. Please note that the base salary range is a guideline, and individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies and work location.

Framatome offers a broad employee benefits portfolio as a key component of your total rewards. This includes:

Multiple medical plans; dental and vision plans; Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment; long- and short-term disability; optional plans including dependent life, accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity insurance; retirement savings plans (401k) with employer match; paid time off including up to 3 weeks of vacation, 8 days of sick leave, and 13 paid holidays; education reimbursement; adoption assistance; employee assistance programs; opportunities for professional development.

Positions within Framatome may require access to proprietary information that is subject to U.S. export control regulations. As such, the Company must ensure that any hires for these job openings fully comply with all US regulations. Foreign national applicants that are citizens or residents of countries not included on the Department of Energy's Generally Authorized Destinations list may not be eligible for immediate need positions. See list here: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-10/chapter-III/part-810/appendix-Appendix%20A%20to%20Part%20810

Framatome is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

Any employment offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen (as applicable).